The Australian Chinese Charity Foundation (ACCF) held our annual ACCF & NSW Chinese Community New Year Celebration Dinner on the 8th February 2025 at the newly opened Zilver Restaurant in Westfield Chatswood, marking the festivities of the Year of the Wood Snake.
As we come together to usher in the new year and to celebrate our community’s cultural heritage and achievements, we are reminded by ACCF Chairman, Dr Michael Tse, that we must also be mindful of our mission to support those in need. Even as we gather to honour our traditions, we also need to raise money to supplement our Emergency Assistance Fund, which offers financial relief for individuals and families facing unforeseen or unexpected circumstances that result in financial hardship.
Master of Ceremony – Mr Victor Yeung JP
National Anthem – Led by Dr Peter Wong AM, Dr Victor Tsang and Mr Victor Yeung JP
Welcome Address – Ms Annie Tang JP, Event & ACCF Vice Chairman
In her welcome speech, Event Chair – Ms. Annie Tang JP welcomed everyone for taking the time to join us and also reinforced the message of solidarity, hope and compassion in our journey to help those in need to navigate through the tough times.
Lion Dance – Tommy Tong’s Traditional Chinese Performing Arts Centre
Lucky Door Prize – drawn by Mr Ricky Chong, Director of Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office, Sydney
Chairman Address – Dr Michael Tse, ACCF Chairman
In his speech, Dr Michael Tse addressed that Chinese New Year is a time to reflect on the year that has passed and most important of all, to spend time with family and friends. We should also take this opportunity to forge closer ties between our diverse communities as everyone come together to enjoy the celebrations.
Address by Guest of Honour – Ms Sally Sitou MP, Member for Reid representing The Hon Anthony Albanese MP, Prime Minister of Australia
Address by Guest of Honour – Mr Scott Yung, Federal Liberal Candidate for Bennelong representing The Hon Peter Dutton MP, Federal Leader of the Opposition
Address by Guest of Honour – Mr Jason Yat-Sen Li MP, Member of Strathfield representing The Hon Chris Minns MP, Premier of New South Wales
Address by Guest of Honour – The Hon Mark Speakman SC MP, Leader of the New South Wales Opposition.
On behalf of ACCF, we would also like to express gratitude to all the sponsors/donors for their continuous and generous support to make this annual event a great success.
Introduction of New Trustee – Ms Falicia Hon
Speech by ACCF Emergency Funds Recipient -Ms Frances Rush OAM, Chief Executive Officer, Asylum Seekers Centre
Speech by ACCF Emergency Funds Recipient -Ms Felicia Paul, Intensive Support Caseworker, Asylum Seekers Centre
Entertainment – Ms Roseanna Gallo OAM
A huge shout out to our wonderful team of volunteers and our CNY organising committee members for their significant contributions and assistance.
